DuQuoin CUSD #300

We are excited to begin the second semester tomorrow, Monday, January 13, 2025. Please note that buses will be following snow routes, which you can find here: https://www.duquoinschools.org/article/1941740. Additionally, the 21st Century Afterschool Program is canceled on Monday, January 13, at the K-8 building. Please make alternate arrangements for dismissal. We look forward to seeing everyone soon! Sincerely, Diana Rea Acting Superintendent

** Athletics Update for Jan. 9 -10, 2025 ** [Rescheduled] DMS Boys Basketball @ Pinckneyville [Canceled] DMS Girls Basketball vs. Pinckneyville DHS Girls Basketball vs. Nashville (Home)- Rescheduled for Wed., Feb. 5 DHS Boys Basketball vs. AJ (Home) - Rescheduled for Wed., Jan. 15

Du Quoin CUSD 300 will be closed Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025 for inclement weather. The District will use a Teacher Institute Day on Friday, Jan. 10, 2025 with no student attendance. We look forward to students returning to school Monday, Jan. 13, 2025. Diana Rea, Acting Superintendent

Du Quoin CUSD 300 will be closed Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025 due to inclement weather and dangerous road conditions. All evening activities are canceled. Diana Rea, Acting Superintendent

Important School Closure Announcement: Due to continued icy road conditions and safety concerns for our students and staff, Du Quoin Community Unit School District 300 will be closed Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025. The safety of our school community is our top priority, and with the current road conditions, we believe it is best to remain closed to avoid any potential risks. We encourage everyone to stay safe, warm, and cautious if you need to be outdoors. Please check our website and social media for any further updates. Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back when conditions improve. Stay safe and warm! Sincerely, Diana Rea, Acting Superintendent Du Quoin CUSD 300

Good afternoon, this is Diana Rea, Acting Superintendent at Du Quoin CUSD 300. Due to severe winter weather conditions, we have decided to close the school tomorrow, Mon., Jan 6, 2025, for a snow day. All classes and athletic activities are canceled for the day. Please stay safe and warm, and we will keep you updated on any further changes. Thank you for your understanding.

2024-2025 Snow Routes

We are excited to announce that Jean Ann Mathis is the lucky winner of $1515 from the 50/50 Du Quoin Educational Foundation Raffle! 🏆Pictured is Mrs. Mathis in the check presentation with Du Quoin Educational Foundation DEA Member, Brittany Goldman. Thank you to everyone who participated in this fundraiser! Your support helps fund vital student scholarships and teacher mini-grants, making a lasting impact on our community and education. 🙌🎓✏️ Mrs. Mathis, enjoy your winnings, and thank you to everyone who contributed to such a worthy cause! #DuQuoinEducationalFoundation #5050Raffle #SupportingPublicEducation #ThankYou

📚✨ Celebrating our Du Quoin CUSD 300 Educators this American Education Week! Their passion and commitment fuel our community and empower our students. 💖 Thank you for all you do! Tag a teacher who inspires you or share how has a teacher impacted your life? Share your positive stories! ❤️ #AmericanEducationWeek #Gratitude#ThankYouTeachers #DQ300Educators #EducationMatters

The Du Quoin CUSD 300 Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 in the K-8 Media Center at 6:00 PM. https://5il.co/30pkp

The Du Quoin CUSD 300 Board of Education Finance Committee will hold a meeting on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 in the District Professional Development Room at 1:00 PM. https://5il.co/2zpg0

Happy Principal Appreciation Day to Mr. Engelmann, Mr. Kirkpatrick and Mrs. Woodsides! https://www.duquoinschools.org/article/1829521

The Du Quoin CUSD 300 Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 in the K-8 Media Center at 6:00 PM. https://5il.co/2yl6j

🎗️Tomorrow, Wednesday, Oct. 9 is a Late Start School Improvement Day with classes beginning at 9am.

Du Quoin CUSD #300 Families, As we begin the week, I want to provide the following reminders. This week is Homecoming week and each school has theme dress up days. Below are upcoming dates and specifics: Thurs., Oct. 3 • 1 hour Early Dismissal for Homecoming Parade - No 21st Century Afterschool Program • 3 pm Homecoming Parade Fri., Oct. 4 - 1/2 Day School Improvement Wed., Oct. 9 - Late Start School Improvement - 9am Fri., Oct. 11 • No School - ROE Teacher Institute Day • End of 1st Quarter Mon., Oct. 14 - No School - Columbus Day Thurs., Oct. 17 - Parent-Teacher Conferences 3:30 - 6:30 pm https://www.duquoinschools.org/events ~ Diana Rea, Acting Superintendent

Come join our team! Du Quoin CUSD 300 is seeking qualified candidates for classroom support paraprofessionals, clerical aide with substitute teaching license and more. Check posting here https://www.duquoinschools.org/page/job-opportunities to get more information and application.

The Du Quoin CUSD 300 Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, September 17, 2024 in the K-8 Media Center at 6:00 PM. https://bit.ly/4e7LqR6

Dear parents/guardians, Today, after a fire drill in the middle school some students were discussing intruder drills and recent school violence events in Geogia. Mrs. Woodsides took quick action this afternoon and evening to interview all the students who were involved in the discussion. The discussion was about students feeling uneasy given the recent events. There is no threat at the middle school or other schools in our District . Please be aware that students and staff are safe to attend school. Student and staff safety is our top priority, and we plan to have extra police present at school tomorrow out of an abundance of caution. We take all threats seriously as the safety of our students and staff is our top priority. Again, after consultation with local authorities, threre is no threat and we feel comfortable that the school is safe at this time. I want to thank Mrs. Woodsides for quickly dealing with the discussion and rumor and to the Du Quoin Police for their continued support. Sincerely, Diana Rea Assistant Superintendent Du Quoin CUSD 300

🎗️Reminder: Tomorrow, Friday, Aug. 30 is a 1/2 day of student attendance for school improvement. Students will be dismissed at 11 am from the K-8 building and 11:10 am at the high school.

The Du Quoin CUSD 300 Board of Education will hold a special meeting on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2024 in the K-8 Media Center at 9:00 AM. https://5il.co/2ue5w